Mantus Shackle Document
Shackles Explored: In this document you will find how shackles are classified by type, class, and grade; find dimensions of most shackle types and their respective working loads……. Mantus Shackle Document
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Why is it so hard to size shackles, swivels for G43 Chain?
We often find that if you try to buy a shackle for Hi-Test G40/43 chain, it is hard to match the working load of the shackle to that of the G40/43 chain… So the question is why? While digging into this we came up with a revelation, most chain specs dictate that the safety factor…
Anchor Shank Strength for Lateral Applied Loads
BACKGROUND In response to a Cuisers Forum thread regarding shank strength, we promised to provide an assessment on how Mantus compared to the competition. First it is important to note, this load case is NOT an everyday occurrence. The challenge was to assume the following loading (See Fig. 1): The shank modeled as a cantilever…
Life’s a Drag….
Anchors…. Just mention the word among seasoned sailors and the tales of woe will run deep into the night, far outlasting the rum and cervesas. We’ve had our share… Coconut proudly sported a CQR as a primary and a Fortress as a back-up when she left Houston and sailed to Galapagos. The CQR is a “Goldilocks…